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Participant Funding Program - McMaster Nuclear Reactor Licence Renewal
Funding for participation in a nuclear licence review
Latest source updateLast Update: June 27, 2026Latest change: The page now shows the general Participant Funding Program and a new open opportunity for Ontario Power Generation’s Western Waste Management Facility licence renewal, replacing the prior McMaster Nuclear Reactor renewal notice.View change
Latest source update
Last Update: June 27, 2026
Latest change: The page now shows the general Participant Funding Program and a new open opportunity for Ontario Power Generation’s Western Waste Management Facility licence renewal, replacing the prior McMaster Nuclear Reactor renewal notice.
Participant Funding Program updated
The page now presents the general Participant Funding Program instead of the earlier McMaster Nuclear Reactor renewal notice. The visible opportunity has changed from up to $15,000 for applications open August 14 to October 2, 2023, to an open funding opportunity for Ontario Power Generation’s Western Waste Management Facility licence renewal with a maximum amount of $200,000 and an application period from March 25 to June 16, 2026. The eligibility and scope are now broader, with the page describing who can apply, ineligible applicants, eligible expenses, and a 3-step application process, plus post-application payment and review details. The notice now focuses on CNSC processes for specific projects of regulatory interest, and the page also adds a legacy link for past funding opportunities.
Funding available
$ 15,000
Deadline
October 2, 2023
Opened August 14, 2023
Location
Hamilton, Ontario, Canada
Overview
This program provides participant funding of up to 15,000 CAD for the review of documents and written interventions related to the McMaster University reactor licence renewal. It supports Indigenous Nations and communities, the public, and stakeholders participating in the CNSC hearing process.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Raise awareness or mobilize a population
- Conduct research or evaluation activities
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 15,000 $
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Hamilton
- Ontario
Legal structures
- Public or Parapublic institution
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Indigenous Peoples
- Canadians
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Review of licence renewal documents
- Submission of topic-specific written interventions to the Commission
Documents Needed
- Participant funding application form
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Indigenous Nations and communities
- Members of the public
- Stakeholders
Eligible expenses
- Document review activities
- Preparation and submission of a written intervention
Eligible geographic areas
- Canada
- Hamilton, Ontario
Selection criteria
- Provision of new, distinctive, and valuable information.
- Informed, topic-specific intervention content.
How to apply
- Step 1: Complete the participant funding application form
- Fill out the form for this funding opportunity.
- Step 2: Submit the application
- Send the form by email, mail, or fax.
- Deadline: October 2, 2023.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed by an independent funding review committee.
- The committee makes recommendations on how funds should be allocated.
Additional information
- The hearing is scheduled for spring 2024.
- Funding is intended for topic-specific written interventions.
- The funding is allocated among all eligible applicants.
- Certain terms and conditions apply to the application.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Participant Funding Program - McMaster Nuclear Reactor Licence Renewal Program
What is the Participant Funding Program - McMaster Nuclear Reactor Licence Renewal?
This program provides participant funding of up to 15,000 CAD for the review of documents and written interventions related to the McMaster University reactor licence renewal. It supports Indigenous Nations and communities, the public, and stakeholders participating in the CNSC hearing process.
How much funding can be received?
Participant Funding Program - McMaster Nuclear Reactor Licence Renewal Funds up to $15,000 of admissible expenses.
What is the deadline to apply?
The application deadline for this grant program was October 2, 2023.
Who is eligible for the Participant Funding Program - McMaster Nuclear Reactor Licence Renewal program?
To be eligible for the Participant Funding Program - McMaster Nuclear Reactor Licence Renewal program, you must:
Review of licence renewal documents
Topic-specific written intervention
New and valuable information
What expenses are eligible under Participant Funding Program - McMaster Nuclear Reactor Licence Renewal?
Review of licence renewal documents
Submission of topic-specific written interventions to the Commission
Who can I contact for more information about the Participant Funding Program - McMaster Nuclear Reactor Licence Renewal?
You can contact Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission (CNSC) by email at pfp@cnsc-ccsn.gc.ca or by phone at 613-415-2814.
Where is the Participant Funding Program - McMaster Nuclear Reactor Licence Renewal available?
The Participant Funding Program - McMaster Nuclear Reactor Licence Renewal program is available the province of Ontario.